This program is intended for graduate students preparing for a professional / academic career in scenic design, lighting design, or
technical production.

This program is also noteworthy for the advanced training it offers you in computer visualization and design, interactive media, and
film/television design.

While you may choose an area of emphasis, the intensive three-year program requires you to demonstrate competencies in all areas of
design and technology. We believe that cultural and technological factors in society are changing the field of theatrical design, as
computers take over some of the tasks that draftsmen, scenic artists, illustrators, and model makers have traditionally performed in the
theatre, film, and television industries. New courses have been developed to introduce you to the skills and opportunities connected to
computer-aided design and expanded types of media. With the development of some of these new courses, it is no longer possible for all
students to take everything.

You and your adviser will select the curriculum to meet your needs within the program. In other words, there is flexibility to address
your particular interests and goals.

Graduate students with teaching assistantships are responsible for supervision of the lighting, scene, sound, and
prop shops.

Careers

scene designer

costume designer

sound designer

lighting designer

Application to this program

The two MFA programs in Design recruit through the University / Resident Theatre Association's portfolio review and interview process
in January and February annually. On campus portfolio presentations and interviews are conducted throughout the year.